1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 250 kg more than 1975 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Berlina | 260 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
